(PRLEAP.COM) Phone Card Depot (
http://www.phonecarddepot.com) has seen many consumers buy sub-standard calling cards on-line or in store and regret their purchase. The consumers’ card may not connect or it may disconnect earlier than expected. "There’s nothing worse than talking to a loved one overseas and hearing: ‘there is one minute remaining for this call’, when you think you have got 5 more minutes to go." says Tavis McKenzie, GM of Phonecarddepot.
“ Testing the customer service number: Before you buy a calling card, whether on-line or in-store, take out your cell phone and call the customer service numbe... ”
The campaign consists of several articles highlighting proper purchasing habits and items to watch out for when buying long distance cards online.
The first article: "The Top Five Calling Card Purchase Mistakes" covers the following:
1. Hidden fee analysis
2. Incentive programs
3. Testing the
customer service number
4. Buying a Brand-Name
5. Buying in Bulk
Below is an excerpt from this article:
"Testing the
customer service number: Before you buy a calling card, whether on-line or in-store, take out your cell phone and call the
customer service number. This is the number you will be calling if you have problems with your calls, make sure that it works."
The full-text of this article is available at:
http://www.phonecarddepot.ca/news/The_Top_5_Calling_Card_Purchase_Mistakes.html
By follow the tips provided, consumers will have the ability to save money on long distance and also have the flexibility of calling cards that do not tie you into extensive long distance contracts. For more information about calling cards, hidden fees or private label vs. brand name calling cards, visit
http://www.phonecarddepot.com/blog.